'Cozens, 19, plans to train in Buffalo until NHL camps open or he reports to Hockey Canada’s camp ahead of the IIHF World Junior Championship. He has the speed and awareness to contribute with the puck, but the question is whether he’s ready to shoulder the defensive responsibilities required of a center in the NHL.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ drafts under Jason Botterill show glaring need for help at forward
Archives for September 25, 2020
Sabres bolster depth at center by signing Curtis Lazar to two-year contract
'Lazar’s most significant impact, though, was in the faceoff circle. He won a career-high 51.2% of his draws, a quality that earned him more playing time as the season progressed. Coach Ralph Krueger would routinely use Lazar at the start of the 3-on-3 overtime to gain possession.' … [Read more...] about Sabres bolster depth at center by signing Curtis Lazar to two-year contract
Sabres reward Curtis Lazar’s breakout season with two-year contract
'Joining the Sabres as a free agent had refreshed Lazar, and he believed he could make an impact. But several days later, Lazar, who had played only one NHL game the previous season, would clear waivers and be assigned to the Rochester Americans to start the campaign.' … [Read more...] about Sabres reward Curtis Lazar’s breakout season with two-year contract
Sabres sign Curtis Lazar to 2-year, $1.6 million contract
'The 25-year-old has six seasons of NHL experience, and was selected in the first round (17th overall) of the 2013 draft by Ottawa. Lazar played two-plus seasons in Ottawa, before being traded to Calgary.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Curtis Lazar to 2-year, $1.6 million contract
Sabres sign Curtis Lazar to two-year contract extension
'After a brief return to the Amerks, Lazar was called back up to Buffalo in late December, where he became a permanent fixture in the team's bottom-six group of forwards. He became one of Buffalo's best players in the faceoff circle as the season went on, taking key draws on the penalty kill, power play, and in late-game situations and overtimes.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Curtis Lazar to two-year contract extension
Sabres' plan at center becoming more clear with Lazar signing
'Lazar, on paper, should be the Sabres' fourth line center to open the season. With Staal likely as the second line center, that leaves just one spot open.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ plan at center becoming more clear with Lazar signing
Sabres sign Curtis Lazar to two-year deal
'In 38 games with the Sabres last season, Lazar scored five goals and added five assists. A former first-round pick in 2013, Lazar played up and down the Sabres lineup and is a versatile player who should once again find a role playing on the third or fourth line.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Curtis Lazar to two-year deal
Sabres sign Curtis Lazar to two year contract
'Lazar played in 38 games for the Sabres in 2019-20, and set career-high marks in faceoff percentage and goals per game, while tying his career high points per game. Lazar finished the season with five goals, five assists, and 10 points.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Curtis Lazar to two year contract
Hamilton: Evaluating the impact of the Sabres' self-imposed budget
'Going into this season, I see a team that could include Dylan Cozens, Tage Thompson, Dominik Kahun, Casey Mittelstadt, Will Borgen, Curtis Lazar and Arttu Ruotsalainen. None of those players should cost over $1 million in actual salary.' … [Read more...] about Hamilton: Evaluating the impact of the Sabres’ self-imposed budget
Sabres sign Lazar to 2-year contract
'"Curtis established himself as an important player for the organization last season and we're excited to see him stay with the Sabres for the next two seasons," general manager Kevyn Adams said in a statement. "His abilities as a player and character as a person make him a perfect fit for the Buffalo Sabres organization on and off the ice."' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Lazar to 2-year contract